2002 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 625 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Avensis (290 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ka | Avensis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |